1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Because 1966 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Safrane | P5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
